SO/NWA/DL Capt. Hugh Edward Bearden III

 

~ IN MEMORY ~

Military veteran, SO/NWA/DL Capt. Hugh Edward Bearden III

February 3, 1948 ~ February 9, 2025

 

Hugh Edward Bearden III, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on February 9, 2025, in Newnan, Georgia, at the age of 77……Hugh began his commercial flying career with Southern Airways 02-01-1978.

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Hugh Edward Bearden III. Obituary

Hugh Edward Bearden III, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on February 9, 2025, in Newnan, Georgia, at the age of 77. Born on February 3, 1948, in Maryville, Tennessee, Hugh lived a life full of adventure, dedication, and profound love for his family and friends.

 

Hugh’s professional journey as a pilot for Delta Air Lines allowed him to take to the skies, a fitting career for someone whose dreams always soared high. His service in the U.S. Army instilled in him a deep sense of duty and patriotism, values he carried with him throughout his life.

 

Hugh was married to his beloved wife, Donna, for 50 wonderful years. Their union was a testament to enduring love and partnership. Together, they created a family rooted in love and mutual respect. Hugh cherished every moment spent with his daughter Mandy Mann and her husband Trey, his son Hugh Bearden IV, and his precious grandchildren Macey, Aubrey, Emersyn, and Tinsley. Family was the cornerstone of Hugh’s life, and he relished every opportunity to create lasting memories with them.

 

As a brother, Hugh shared an unbreakable bond with his sister, Marty Taylor, who knew him not only as a sibling but as a lifelong friend. He was also a loving uncle to his nieces and nephews, extending his familial warmth to all those in his life.

 

Beyond his human family, Hugh had a special place in his heart for animals, especially his dogs. His beloved dog’s, Hawk, and Chancey, who preceded him in death, holds a cherished spot in his memory.

 

Hugh is preceded in death by his parents, Hugh and Margaret Bearden II, whose values and love he carried forward throughout his journey.

 

He leaves behind a legacy of love, integrity, and joy that will continue to inspire all who knew him. In addition to his immediate family, Hugh is survived by extended family and friends who will forever remember his warm smile, generous spirit, and the ways he brought people together.

 

In his passing, we are reminded of Hugh's incredible impact on the lives around him. Though he is no longer with us in body, his spirit will forever soar in our hearts, much like the skies he loved to traverse.

 

In lieu of flowers the family loving requests donations to the ASPCA in Hugh's name.

A memorial service will be held at 2:00 PM on Sunday, February 23, 2025, at the Chapel of Mowell Funeral Home, Peachtree City. The family will receive friends from 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM prior to the service at the funeral home.

 

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Mowell Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Peachtree City, www.mowells.com